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Take a look below at the #AVF2019 program!
Take a look below at the #AVF2019 program!
Concurrent Sessions: 10:00am – 12:00pm & 13:30 – 15:30
Networking Breakfast – Coffee & Pastries
Listen in as Adam shares from his plethora of industry related knowledge on the future of successfully scaling a startup through the use of partnerships, the cloud, and capital – only at #AVF2019!
Managing Director, Canada
As an ambassador for Canada’s startup, technology and innovation communities, Adam Nanjee built Canada’s first FinTech startup and innovation national group at MaRS Discovery District, one of North America’s largest innovation hubs based in Toronto, Canada. Having worked in the startup and corporate innovation ecosystems for over 15 years at MaRS, MasterCard, BlackBerry, Zafin and presently at Microsoft, Adam combines his unique experience in scaling startups, venture capital, corporate technology integration and global technology partnerships. Adam is currently the Managing Director of Canada for Microsoft for Startups, working closely with Canadian entrepreneurs, founders, innovation hubs, and accelerators to scale Canadian startups using Microsoft platforms
Award-Winning Startup Advisor, Entrepreneur, Educator & Author
Award-winning entrepreneur, educator, author and highly sought-after startup advisor –Craig Elias, is coming to Halifax for the reinvented AVF2019 to host the Entrepreneur Sessions! Craig has been chosen twice by LinkedIn as Canada’s #1 B2B Sales Expert (#15 globally for 2019), and is LinkedIn user 3,956 of 700 million users.
To say that Craig knows his way around the entrepreneurial ecosystem would be an understatement…
In his current role, he helps post-secondary students become first-time entrepreneurs, while also running student pitch competitions, and the Innovation Rodeo – a five-day innovation and entrepreneurship event held during the Calgary Stampede.
Access to Talent, Retention Strategy, & Best Practices for hiring (and firing…) at your Tech Company. Join us for a discussion on the looming talent shortage (how to prepare), Building inclusive teams, Canada vs. the world / Atlantic Canada talent climate, and Talent as a startup’s #1 asset.
Hear from local entrepreneurs that have raised capital and learn more about what a growing company looks like in the days after their funding is secured… Get the inside scoop from these growing Atlantic Canadian tech companies, as they break down their respective journeys toward raising capital, and what the growing pains look like once it is secured. Listen in to get a glimpse into what lies ahead after the cash is in hand…
This year, all #AVF2019 delegates are invited to join us for post day one cocktails and canapés! Make the most of your conference experience, grab a drink, and let the networking begin.
Enjoy the open air patio, scenic harbourfront views, and premium networking with who’s-who of the innovation, capital, and technology industries. The reception is open to all registered #AVF2019 delegates and we look forward to seeing you all there!
Join us at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel for the second day of #AVF2019 – featuring all of the sessions you know and love with an all new reinvented format!
Take your seats and get ready for a capital showdown. Top investors from outside the Atlantic Canadian region want you to know why their firm is the best option for your venture. Watch as they pitch their respective firms in three minutes or less and vie for the attention of the regions top performing tech companies. What really differentiates these funds, and which one has the right mix of experience, tenacity, and capital to match your company as you scale-up?
Don’t miss the ultimate story of reinvention, as Paul shares his life-altering experience, at #AVF2019. Find out how he inspires others to Embrace The Power Of Change and face every challenge head-on.
In February of 2009, a brutal shark-attack in the Sydney Harbour left Paul without two of his limbs and clinging to life. With his daredevil career at stake, Paul took this traumatic experience and turned it into his greatest opportunity to leave a positive impact. Nine years later, Paul has now traveled the world as a top motivational speaker, passionate environmentalist, author of the book, No Time for Fear, and co-host of nine documentaries for Discovery Channel’s Shark Week and one for National Geographic!
Top companies take the AVF 2019 stage to represent the Atlantic Canadian Technology Market across various sectors. Each company has five minutes to demonstrate their business opportunity, and provide compelling reasons why the Investors, corporate leaders, and innovation economy stewards should take a closer look!
Breakout A: IT/ICT Company Presentations – Nova Scotia Ballroom A
Breakout B: Sustainable Tech Company Presentations – Halifax Ballroom A
April is going to draw on her own experiences and teach you how to recognize the common signs of weak positioning and what to do about it. Don’t miss out on a chance to learn from an expert who knows how to leverage market trends and unlock rapid revenue growth through a strategic shift in positioning!
Author, Speaker, Expert in Positioning & Marketing
April Dunford is an executive consultant, speaker, and author, who helps technology companies make complicated products easy for customers to understand and love. She is a globally recognized expert in positioning and market strategy and has launched 16 products to market in her 25-year career as VP Marketing at a series of successful high-growth startups. April advises leadership, sales, and marketing teams through training, workshops, and keynote presentations. She is also a board member, investor, and adviser to dozens of high-growth businesses.
Top companies take the AVF 2019 stage to represent the Atlantic Canadian Technology Market across various sectors. Each company has five minutes to demonstrate their business opportunity, and provide compelling reasons why the Investors, corporate leaders, and innovation economy stewards should take a closer look!
Breakout A: Life Sciences & Health Tech Company Presentations – Nova Scotia Ballroom A
Breakout B: Ocean Tech Innovation Company Presentations – Halifax Ballroom A
Does your company have too much comfort within the local ecosystem? Have you built sufficient networks and exposure globally? Find out what the industry’s leading professionals know about building success in the Life Sciences and Health Technology arena and why emphasizing connections outside your current network is vital for the survival of your business.
Hungry for capital that comes with a corporate partner? Find out why these Corporate Leaders think the opportunity they can offer, as opposed to traditional investment, better suits your business. Each one has a strategic agenda for working with and engaging entrepreneurs. Listen in as these key players from outside of Atlantic Canada discuss the current opportunity landscape and what they are looking for from you.
Presented by: Jeff Mullen, ACOA
Lobster. Lots of it. Pair that up with scores of locally produced delicacies, craft beer, cocktails, and spirits coming from artisans across Nova Scotia. This is the Legendary Taste of Nova Scotia Lobster Bash and it is the Atlantic Canadian technology networking party of the summer.
Bottom line here is: good food + good people = good times!
Oh, and did we mention there’s Lobster?
AVF 2020 – Annotated Draft Program (200909)